Active Release

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Most lifters spend the overwhelming majority of their efforts on the training stimulus, and spend minimal energy on recovery and regeneration. Over time, faulty movement patterns and muscular imbalances can perpetuate a host of problems that eventually cause the lifter to break down. Active Release Technique (ART) is a manual technique utilized by chiropractors, physical therapists, athletic trainers, and some massage therapists designed to break up adhesions and restrictions within soft-tissue structures that may limit performance or cause pain. It’s not uncommon for lifters to walk out of a single appointment with fluid range of motion not experienced in years. While certainly not the only effective soft-tissue technique, scheduling a regular appointment with an ART practitioner is a great way to maximize your progress in the gym, without being hampered by nagging pains and injuries.